Know How Do Air Conditioners Work

Learn the inner workings of air conditioners, from cooling principles to key components, ensuring efficient operation and optimal comfort.
Explore Air Conditioners
3 min
22-May-2024

Air conditioners are lifesavers during scorching summers. These appliances work tirelessly to pump cool air into your home, creating a comfortable oasis against the relentless heat. From window units to central systems, air conditioners come in various types and sizes, each catering to specific needs.

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How do air conditioners work

Air conditioners might seem like magic, but their cooling power relies on physics and a special chemical called refrigerant. Here is a breakdown of the process.

  1. Heat absorption: Warm air inside your home is drawn into the air conditioner through a vent. This air passes over a cold evaporator coil containing refrigerant.
  2. Phase change: The refrigerant, in a liquid state, absorbs heat from the warm air. As it absorbs heat, the refrigerant changes from a liquid to a gas (evaporation).
  3. Pressure increase: The refrigerant gas is then compressed by the compressor unit. This compression process significantly increases the pressure and temperature of the gas.
  4. Heat release: The hot, high-pressure refrigerant gas travels outside to the condenser coil. Here, a fan blows air over the condenser coil, causing the hot refrigerant gas to release its heat into the outside environment.
  5. Back to liquid: As the refrigerant releases heat outside, it cools down and condenses back into a liquid state.
  6. Repeating the cycle: The cooled liquid refrigerant then travels back to the evaporator coil, ready to absorb more heat from the indoor air. This cycle continues as long as the air conditioner is running, keeping your home cool and comfortable.

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How does the heat go out of ACs

An air conditioner does not actually "create" cool air. Instead, it acts as a heat pump, removing heat from inside your home and transferring it outdoors. Here is a simplified look at how the heat gets expelled:

  • Condenser coil and fan: The hot, high-pressure refrigerant gas travels to the condenser coil located outside your home.
  • Airflow: A fan blows outside air over the condenser coil, which helps dissipate the heat absorbed by the refrigerant.
  • Temperature exchange: As outside air passes over the hot condenser coil, it absorbs heat from the refrigerant, causing the air to become warmer. This warm air is then expelled outside.
  • Continuous cycle: The cooled refrigerant then travels back inside to repeat the cycle, continuously removing heat from your home and releasing it outdoors.

By understanding this scientific process, you can appreciate the ingenuity behind air conditioners and make informed decisions about their use and maintenance.

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  • Competitive prices: Bajaj Finserv ensures you get the best value for your money with competitive pricing on air conditioners.
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Frequently asked questions

How does an air conditioner work?
Air conditioners act like heat pumps. Warm air is drawn inside, where it loses heat to a cool refrigerant. This refrigerant then travels outside, releases the heat, and returns cool to absorb more heat indoors. This cycle continues to keep your home comfortable.
What are the rules of air conditioners?
There are not general "rules" for using an AC, but there are best practices for efficiency and maintenance. These include setting a comfortable temperature (around 22-24°C), using ceiling fans for a windchill effect, and scheduling maintenance to ensure optimal performance.
Do ACs provide fresh air?
Standard air conditioners do not directly bring in fresh air from outside. They recirculate and cool the existing air. However, some AC units have built-in ventilation systems that can bring in fresh air while expelling stale air.
Does air conditioning need more electricity?
Yes, air conditioners use a significant amount of electricity to cool your home. However, there are ways to minimise energy consumption. Setting a higher thermostat setting, using ceiling fans, and ensuring proper maintenance can all contribute to improved efficiency.
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